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England’s best-known and most popular national park is a postcard landscape of shimmering lakes, craggy hilltops and ancient forests that has enchanted poets and painters since the late 18th century, when the Romantics first had their imaginations stirred by the panoramas that have remained unchanged to this day.
And what panoramas they are. There’s the classic Lakeland setting of Windermere, England’s largest lake and the primary destination for millions of tourists since the railroad was first built in the middle of the 19th century. On it is busy Bowness and the charming villages of Grasmere and Hawkshead, surrounded on all sides by beautiful mountains.
The north lakes – Ullswater, Bassenthwaite, Derwentwater, Loweswater – are quieter and wilder, in the shadow of the rugged Skiddaw range and with handsome Keswick at the heart of it. The lush Borrowdale Valley leads to the dramatic Honister mountain pass and into the natural lakes of Buttermere & Crummock.
Adventure seekers go west, to the higher ground of Great Langdale and the region’s major summits of Bowfell, Crinkle Crags and the biggest mountain of all, Scafell Pike.
The Lake District is an outdoor activities paradise, but its literary connections draw as many visitors as its walks do. William Wordsworth lived virtually all of his life here, drawing inspiration from the surrounding countryside to write some of the English language’s most enduring poetry. The landscape also proved a creative spark for the likes of Sameul Taylor Coleridge, Arthur Ransome and Beatrix Potter – who dedicated much of her life to protecting the Lake District’s beauty and heritage.
In all its beauty and diversity the Lake District remains as it has been for millennia, which is one of the reasons why in 2017 the national park was made a UNESCO World Heritage Site – its river valleys, lakes and mountains home to an unique hill-farming culture and ancient heritage that has been carefully preserved. Here in the Lake District we know how to take good care of you; we’ve had plenty of practice.
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Gatesbield is a small sheltered housing association set in award winning gardens in the centre of…
Brought to you by the National Trust and Experience Community for the Keswick Mountain Festival,…
As part of our "Running Int' Fells" events programme for mental health in May, Alex Staniforth and…
If you've ever been curious about how photography was done a century or more ago, this workshop…
Brought to you by the National Trust and Mobile Adventure, an opportunity to get out on the lake…
Keswick Mountain Festival is the UK's largest participatory, outdoors multi-sports event in the UK.…
On the 31st May we're looking forward to welcoming Rambling Rob Young – A singer-songwriter…
Come and join us for a day's Canoeing from Fell Foot. Fell Foot has amazing accessible facilities,…
Enjoy a freshly prepared buffet, a relaxed atmosphere and a unique viewing point for some of the…
Create your own silver pendant or earrings inspired by the natural world. Silver clay is fun, fast…
If you fancy a challenge, why not Canoe the length of Windermere with us? We do this over 2 days…
We'll be hosting the wonderful Chuck Fish on the 17th of May. Hailing from Washington State, Chuck…
Spend a weekend learning how to sail our Canoes. They are specifically designed to Sail fast and…
Brought to you by the National Trust and Experience Community for the Keswick Mountain Festival,…
Brought to you by the National Trust and Experience Community for the Keswick Mountain Festival,…
Since 2019, The Native Cult has been radiating their musical sunshine across the North West of the…
The Lakeland Historic Car Club meet on the first Saturday of every month at the museum and Cafe…
Our 1/2 day NaturesGems tours start at 9am and finish around 1pm. We will spend the morning…
In 2004, Richard Askwith published Feet in the Clouds: a personal memoir of fell running and…
A 13 or 26 mile trek for supporters of Alzheimer's Society to raise funds.
Join us for an incredible adventure on the Coniston Fells, a stone's throw from the historic…
The full Flower (or Hare) moon aligns with the colourful early summer flowers blooming and…
Take a guided tour supported by British Sign Language interpretation. Join us as we take you…
The Swan Hotel & Spa are excited to be bringing back summer spa-rties, and this time it's going to…
The Lake District Where modern tourism was born
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Coniston
We are a small family run cottage letting business in Central Lakeland. Our five traditional cottages are in Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside and Coniston.
Penrith
Lacet is an idyllic Lakeland cottage, whilst being comfortable and modern. It has two bedrooms, one with a feature bath with a view. There are two shower rooms and a well equipped kitchen and cosy sitting room with log burner.
Coniston
Brantwood, the former home of eminent Victorian John Ruskin and a treasure house of art and memorabilia. The 250-acre estate comprises 8 unique gardens, ancient woodland, high moors and meadows.
Penrith
TJ's Bar and Restaurant at Park Foot Holiday Park, also featuring an outdoor takeaway and seating area.
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1032 reviewsWindermere
The Wild Boar is a special venue for any occasion, whether it be a romantic or adventurous break, family get-together, business meeting or as one of our very valued frequent diners.
Berrier
A spectacular gyrocopter trial flight and unique flying lesson. You have the thrill of taking control or just take in the views. Based at Berrier airstrip near Penrith/Ullswater/Keswick. Ideal gift or just to treat yourself.
Ambleside
The more popular mountains can become busy during holiday periods, so why not avoid the crowds by making an early (or late) start and watch the sunrise from a mountain summit?
Hesket Newmarket, Near Caldbeck
A superb luxury self-catering cottage in the peaceful village of Hesket Newmarket, 200 metres from the village pub and restaurant. A spa bath and log burner are two of the world-class luxuries available.
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105 reviewsLyth Valley
Let us take you on one of our favourite walks, an off-the-beaten-track route far from the crowds that flock to the Lake District National Park.
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54 reviewsSeascale
For many, Scafell Pike is the ultimate mountain day and presides high on the bucket list. We can help you plan the perfect route to the summit based on where you’re staying and your previous experience.
Bowness-on-Windermere
Opened summer 2021 on a quiet side street one step up from the lake in Bowness-on-Windermere. This former grande dame Victorian hotel has just had an £8 million makeover, and has re-emerged dressed for a night out and sporting a chic, city-slicker…
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457 reviewsGreat Langdale
These two traditional Lakeland cottages are beautifully situated in Great Langdale valley in the heart of the Lake District where there are numerous walks to suit all abilities and ambitions.
Lakeside
Relaxing with our afternoon tea experience, less than a stone's throw away from the water's edge of Lake Windermere.
Grasmere
A visit to Dove Cottage today transports you back to this remarkable period of ‘plain living and high thinking’. The sights, sounds and smells bring to life the bustling family home the Wordsworths would have known over 200 years ago.
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968 reviewsDuddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness
Located in the picturesque Duddon Valley near the market town of Broughton-in-Furness awaits the stylish Cow Barn. With 3 sunny bedrooms, a modern airy interior, cosy log-burner & pretty garden, it’s the ideal base for a break in the Lakes
Ambleside, Windermere
British and continental menu served up in contemporary, colourful, and classy surroundings.
Witherslack
A small, off the beaten track campsite with a warm welcome. An ideal base to explore all the Lake District has to offer without the crowds. With just 25 camping and campervan pitches, stunning views down the Winster Valley, on site shop, food van,…
Penrith
Home Farm House, now completely modernised, was built in the mid-nineteenth century and is set in its own private garden. It has 2 king size bedrooms and 1 super king (downstairs). There are 3 bath or shower rooms and a large open plan…
Cockermouth
Unspoiled traditional inn with every modern comfort in understated luxury.
Newby Bridge
Paddle Windermere to a remote shore, light fire and cook on open fire. We are an inclusive company and welcome people of all abilities.
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